Two Friends, One Dog, and a Very Unusual Week

By Sarah L. Thomson

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection

“Readers will treasure the blossoming friendship between opposites in this whimsically illustrated tale. Short chapters and plenty of action make for an accessible and appealing reading experience. . . . Touching and inspiring.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“With wild, imaginative flair, fourth-grader Rani is a bit Pippi Longstocking, while her propensity to take language literally is a bit Amelia Bedelia. And like those fictional favorites, she’ll definitely appeal to readers. . . . The multicultural crew and Vogel’s bouncy line drawings keep the story contemporary, lighthearted, and fun.”—Booklist

“Fast-paced episodes keep things moving as Thomson showcases Rani’s vivid imagination and, in affectionate prose, the way her welcoming attitude brings community to the fore.”—Publishers Weekly